Description
Creamy Chicken and Rice Soup is the ultimate comfort dish, perfect for chilly evenings or family gatherings. This rich and hearty soup features tender, seasoned chicken simmered with colorful vegetables and creamy broth, all while the rice cooks right in the pot, creating a thick and satisfying meal. Its delightful blend of herbs elevates each spoonful, making it an irresistible choice for both weeknight dinners and special occasions. Enjoy this soup as a standalone feast or pair it with a fresh salad or warm bread for a complete dining experience.
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/4 tsp mustard powder
- 1/4 tsp paprika
- 1/4 tsp chili flakes
- 3 Tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 large carrots, peeled and diced
- 3 stalks celery, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 Tbsp fresh thyme, chopped
- 1 Tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup half-and-half
- 1 Tbsp soy sauce
- 1 Tbsp hot sauce
- 1 cup long grain white rice, uncooked
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Garnish: Fresh parsley
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken by seasoning it with salt, Italian seasoning, mustard powder, paprika, and chili flakes.
- In a large Dutch oven, sauté diced onions, carrots, and celery in melted butter until softened. Add minced garlic and cook briefly.
- Add the seasoned chicken to the pot and cook until no longer pink.
- Sprinkle flour over the mixture and stir to coat evenly.
- Gradually pour in chicken broth, half-and-half, soy sauce, hot sauce, and add uncooked rice.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to simmer until rice is tender.
- Adjust seasoning if needed before serving; garnish with parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg